Pond View Pigeon Rescue

05/25/2026

🕊 Spot the Difference: Racing Pigeon vs. Feral Pigeon

These two young pigeons may look similar at first glance, especially with their matching check feather patterns and injured right legs, but they come from very different backgrounds.

The pigeon on the left (Butch) is a domestic racing/homing pigeon. Notice the sleeker head shape, lighter-colored eyes, and the visible layer of skin around the eyes called cere development, which is commonly seen in bred domestic pigeons.

The pigeon on the right (Fairry) is a feral (street) pigeon. Feral pigeons tend to have rounder heads, vibrant orange eyes, and a more compact appearance overall.

While their origins may differ, both deserve the same compassion, safety, and care when injured or in need.

05/25/2026

05/25/2026

Scuttle winging it through the workday.

05/17/2026

Scotch’s story began on the Springfield/Ludlow line, where they appeared in a woman’s backyard completely emaciated and desperately searching for help. Thankfully, she listened to her instincts, picked Scotch up, and contacted our rescue.

We suspect Scotch may have been part of a funeral release, a heartbreaking practice that leaves domesticated pigeons vulnerable to starvation, predators, weather, and exhaustion. These birds are not equipped to survive on their own.

Since coming into our care, Scotch has been steadily gaining weight and learning that they are finally safe. This sweet pigeon is on the road to becoming a healthy, robust bird and deserves a forever home where they will never have to fend for themselves again.

Scotch has not yet been DNA tested, but what we do know is that they are resilient, gentle, and incredibly deserving of love.

If you are interested in giving Scotch the safe and caring home they deserve, please reach out or complete an adoption application today. ❤️

05/16/2026

We had a great day meeting everyone at the Birds and Beyond Fair

05/10/2026

Just folks like us who support non-native birds who need care. Training is available!

Please, people! If you're a bird loving person and want to help our wildlife please contact Judy at Cummington Wildlife, Inc. !

Cummington Wildlife, Inc.

Urgent! Western Massachusetts needs more helpers to triage non-native birds (European Starlings, House Sparrows, and Pigeons). You don't need a permit to raise these three species as pets. I am happy to train people on their care. Please call or text me at 413 695-6854 if you can help.

05/07/2026